Risk factors for shoulder injury prevention

Study: Reduced glenohumeral rotation, external rotation weakness and scapular dyskinesis are risk factors for shoulder injuries among elite male handball players: a prospective cohort study.

Authors: Benjamin Clarsen, Roald Bahr, Stig Haugsboe Andersson, Rikke Munk, Grethe Myklebust

Population: 206 players in the Norwegian elite handball league prior season 2011-2012

Results: Injury prevention programmes should incorporate interventions aimed at improving glenohumeral rotational range of motion, external rotation strength and scapular control.

Take Home Message: Reduced glenohumeral rotation, external rotation weakness and scapular dyskinesis are risk factors for shoulder injury